Destination

Beijing

Beijing, formerly known as Peking, has been the heart and soul of
politics and society throughout China’s long history. It was the capital
of the former imperial dynasties. Beijing is the home of the magnificent
Forbidden City with its multitude of palaces and temples which were
homes to China's emperors.

Today, as the capital of modern China, Beijing is the nation’s political,
economic, cultural, and educational center as well as its most important
center for international trade and communications. All of this means
that Beijing is a modern, fashionable city, full of 21st century vitality
and brimming with activity. However, it is also a short ride from
one of China's historical icons—The Great Wall—the only man-made structure
visible from space satellite photos.

Venue

Conference Venue

The site for this year’s conference is the Beijing International
Hotel - a five star property located on Chang’an Street in the heart
of Beijing. The hotel is in the Jianguomennei area which caters
to businesses and houses many of the embassies. The Ministry
of Commerce of the People's Republic of China’s offices are also
located nearby, as well as the Forbidden City (5 minutes away), and
the airport (a mere 28 kilometers away).

The Beijing International Hotel offers 1,008 elegantly appointed
guest rooms and suites. All rooms have centralized air-conditioning,
IDD phone, mini-bar, a reliable digital-lock, and satellite TV. The
hotel has a large square of green cypress in front of its gate, pool
and fountain. Ground and underground parking facilities allow for
approximately 300 cars. The hotel provides a tennis court, bowling
alley and a comfortable yard.

The conference session will be held in the Main Ballroom located
on the second floor of the hotel.

Hotel

Beijing International Hotel A limited number of hotel rooms are available at
a specially negotiated conference rate. To reserve your room, please
complete the reservation form (download
the PDF here and the word
document here) and fax or email it to the Beijing International Hotel (Email: sales@bih.com.cn;
Fax: 86-10-651299610). Room rates are specified on the reservation
form.

Travel Information

Visas

All those from countries other than China are required to have a
valid passport and visa. Upon online registration, The Ministry of
Commerce of the People’s Republic of China (PRC) will send an official
invitation to each registrant. This letter can be used to apply for
a visa. Please apply for a visa well in advance to avoid last minute
complications.

Airport

Most international travelers will be arriving at the Beijing Capitol
International Airport (PEK). Please visit http://www.bcia.com.cn/en/index.jsp for
further information, including visa requirements and ground transportation
options.

Maps and Directions

Transportation

There are several options
for getting to the hotel from the Beijing International Airport \.

If you are staying at the Beijing International Hotel, the hotel
can arrange your transfer service. Please call the hotel and
ask the Concierge to make the necessary arrangements. Transfer service
arrange through the hotel concierge is $35.00 per person per transfer

Taxis are readily available and will run approximately $12.00 each
way.

The Beijing Railway is modern and efficient. It will stop directly
across from The Beijing International Hotel. Fare: $5.75

The City Bus runs every 30 minutes. Fare: $2.00 each
way

Recommended Hotels

There is no room block secured at the Beijing International Hotel. All
reservations are on your own.

Room reservations should be made as soon as you confirm your attendance.